Archive for October, 2009



My Fall Handbag ICK List

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Normally when it comes to handbags, I try not to be snarky.  But recently I can’t help myself.  Perhaps it is because I am on a self imposed handbag ban and am bitter (for those who don’t know “handbag ban” it refers to a period of time in which a person who normally buys handbags [...]



The Shoe Budget While Travelling

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

The Shoe Budget While Travelling
By Devon Ellington
My big regret in my trip to the Czech Republic last month was that I hadn’t built in a shoe budget. I wasn’t there that long; I knew I’d be walking enough to come home three inches shorter by the end of it from the sheer pounding on [...]



The Job You Want to Have

Friday, October 9th, 2009

If you’re an artistic type, you probably got the link to author Elizabeth Gilbert’s talk on Ted.com about creativity and genius.
It’s an interesting talk, one worth listening to. That’s not what I’m hear to talk about. Today is cross-post day with the Fashionista blog.
So, we’re talking about Elizabeth’s outfit.
I know, I know. She’s a creative [...]



Booties I Can Live With

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

When I first saw that the new thing for Fall was bringing by the 80s bootie, I had a gasp of shear horror. But I was browsing Piperlime the other day and found some booties that really kicked bootie-butt.
Here are my picks for fall booties!
Michael Antonio Macey – $60.00

Betsey Johnson Karatta – $235.00

Moschino Cheap & [...]



Hot tights for cold nights

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Fast fashion tip for October: Rachel Zoe now has top picks on Piperlime for clothes. Check out her favs at www.piperlime.gap.com.  
When I talk accessories, women naturally think bags and shoes, but for Fall 2009, you should also be thinking TIGHTS. This year’s assortment looks like last year’s hosiery on steroids. Bright colors, funky patterns and [...]